Diversity Committee – The 77

Member Impact. Community Influence.

“The D77” is a committee comprised of diverse real estate leaders, with a designated REALTOR representative assigned to each of our 77 communities. Named after the 77 neighborhoods of Chicago, this body brings local voices and perspectives to the Association’s initiatives.

Links From The 77

Related Links

Diversity Quick Links

Meet the Diversity Committee

Diversity Resources

Share Your Community Story

Small Business Grants

Sponsor D77 Initiatives & Events

Get Involved

Committee Applications

Leadership Accelerator

Mentorship Program

Our goal is to positively impact and advance the real estate industry and our communities through:

Fair Housing

Community Outreach

Diversity Advocacy

Diversity Resources

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Meet the 77

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What You Need To Know: Arab American Heritage Month April marks the celebration of National Arab American Heritage Month. We continue to celebrate the strength and diversity of our industry and organization. The federal government officially recognizes it as […]

Upcoming Events

2024 Sales Awards

Thursday, April 17 | 6:30 pm

Fair Housing & The Law: Protecting You & Your Clients

Tuesday, April 22 | 11:00 am

Get Involved: Explore Joining a Chicago REALTORS® Committee

Tuesday, April 22 | 2:00 pm

The D77 Community Meetups

Wednesday, April 23 | 12:00 pm

CAR Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Thursday, April 24 | 8:00 am

2025 Capitol Conference and REALTOR® Lobby Day

Tuesday, April 29 | 6:30 am

YPN Breakfast: Mentally Managing the Real Estate Rollercoaster

Wednesday, April 30 | 9:00 am

Chicago REALTORS® Open House

Thursday, May 1 | 5:30 pm

The Future of Luxury is Sustainable

Wednesday, May 14 | 9:30 am

CAR Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Thursday, May 15 | 8:00 am

Chicago REALTORS® Pop-Up

Tuesday, May 20 | 11:30 am

The D77 Community Meetups

Tuesday, May 20 | 4:00 pm

CAR Office Closed – Memorial Day

Monday, May 26 | 8:00 am

YPN Breakfast: Activate Your Appraisal Strategy

Wednesday, May 28 | 9:00 am

Coffee With Your GAD

Tuesday, June 10 | 9:00 am

Chicago REALTORS® 360° Summit: Leading with Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Thursday, June 12 | 8:30 am

CAR Office closed – Juneteenth

Thursday, June 19 | 8:00 am

YPN Breakfast: Client Consultation Cornerstones

Wednesday, June 25 | 9:00 am

CAR Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Thursday, June 26 | 8:00 am

Coffee With Your GAD

Tuesday, July 8 | 9:00 am

CAR Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Tuesday, July 15 | 8:00 am

118th Annual Golf Classic

Wednesday, July 23 | 8:00 am

YPN Breakfast: How to Brand & Market Yourself

Wednesday, July 30 | 9:00 am

CAR Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Thursday, August 14 | 8:00 am

YPN Breakfast: August

Wednesday, August 27 | 9:00 am

Coffee With Your GAD

Tuesday, September 2 | 9:00 am

CAR Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Wednesday, September 17 | 8:00 am

142nd Inaugural Gala

Friday, September 26 | 6:00 pm

CAR Office Closed – Organizational Advancement

Thursday, November 20 | 8:00 am

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